HWRK Magazine: Issue 03 - Spring 2018

LUNCHBOX FOR...
FOCUS
Take control of your energy and mood levels
and ensure you are at your best after lunch
BLUEBERRIES
The antioxidants in blueberries
stimulate the flow of blood and
oxygen to the brain – and keep
the mind fresh.
WATERMELON
Water gives the brain the
electrical energy for all
functions, including thought
and memory processes.
AVACADOS
These little green gifts from
Mother Nature enhance blood
flow, offering a simple, tasty
way to fire up brain cells.
DARK CHOCOLATE
The magnesium helps you
de-stress and stimulates the
release of endorphins and
serotonin, heightening mood.
NUTS
Nuts and seeds are good
sources of the antioxidant
vitamin E, which is associated
with reduced cognitive decline
as you age.
SARDINES
Fatty/oily fish contains
omega-3 fatty acids that aids
memory, mental performance
and behavioural function.
LEAFY GREEN VEGETABLES
Full of antioxidants and
carotenoids, which boost your
brain power, while the
B-vitamins aid brain health.
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Avocados (£29.8m) were
third fastest-growing UK
grocery product of 2017
FLAX SEEDS
Grind them up and sprinkle
over your salad for a delicious
super-food all-in-one brilliant
brain ally.
GREEN TEA
Contains caffeine and
L-theanine which, combined,
produce a better ability to
focus attention, speed and
accuracy.
FOOD GURU
Nutritionist George Lockhart
works with the military and
in professional sports
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